Color Changing Lemonade

Make your gatherings unforgettable with color changing lemonade! This fun and refreshing drink not only dazzles the eyes but is also an engaging science experiment for kids and adults alike. Using simple ingredients like lemon juice, butterfly pea flower powder, and baking soda, you can create a vibrant drink that shifts from purple to pink. Perfect for parties or just a fun afternoon, click through for the full recipe and tips to impress your guests!

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)

4 cups water

1/2 cup agave syrup (or honey, adjust for sweetness)

1 teaspoon butterfly pea flower powder (for the color change)

1/2 teaspoon baking soda (to enhance color)

Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Lemon slices (for garnish)

Instructions

In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice, water, and agave syrup. Stir well until the syrup has completely dissolved.

In a separate bowl, mix the butterfly pea flower powder with 1/2 cup of warm water until fully dissolved. This will create a beautiful blue liquid.

Slowly add the dissolved butterfly pea flower mixture to the pitcher of lemonade. You'll notice the lemonade turning a lovely shade of purple.

In another small bowl, mix the baking soda with a small amount of water to create a slurry. Carefully drizzle this mixture into the lemonade while stirring gently. Watch as the color shifts from purple to a vibrant pink!

Taste your color-changing lemonade and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more syrup according to your preference.

Serve the lemonade over ice in glasses, garnished with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes | Servings: 4

- Presentation Tips: To enhance the visual appeal, use clear glasses to showcase the vibrant colors and serve with colorful straws. You could also add edible flowers for an extra decorative touch!